How to Remove a Starter Motor from a 3.8L Engine on Chrysler Pacifica?

Before handling the starter motor, stick a 8534-12 support tool or a similar one under the engine. Separate the negative end of the battery and unscrew the battery cable nut and the cable from the solenoid stud. Take out the wire from the connection to the starter solenoid. After that, disconnect the transmission to starter mounting bolt. Position a jack stand or the equivalent beneath the engine and transmission assemblies, then get rid of the two bolts that join the front transmission mount to the starter. Turn the starter assembly as you remove it from the transmission, taking care not to damage anything. Afterward, remove the dust shield from the starter motor.

How to Install a Starter Motor for a 3.8L Engine on Chrysler Pacifica?

Before putting in the starter motor, make sure you put a piece of cardboard in front of the radiator core to prevent harming it. Tighten the starter to the lower crossmember and attach its solenoid connector. Put on the dust shield on the tip of the starter in the correct position. Put the three mounting bolts in place loosely and after that, tighten them all to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.). After that, attach the bracket for the oil cooler and use a wrench to tighten the bolt and afterward fit the fan module and clip it to the bracket. Link the fans with their electrical connectors and affix the wiring clips as well. Connect the battery connector to the starter, secure it and use an torque wrench and tighten it to 11.3 NM (100 in-lbs.). Plug and connect the electrical connector to the servo and then secure it. Once that's done, connect the vacuum line to the servo. Clamp the servo onto the crossmember, ensure it's tight and then link the negative battery cable.

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Chrysler Pacifica Starter Part Number: 56029615AD
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- Other Name: Starter - Engine; Starter Motor; Starter Engine
- Replaces: 56029615AB, 56029615AC
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- 2017 Chrysler Pacifica | Hybrid Platinum, Hybrid Premium, LX, Limited, Touring, Touring L, Touring L Plus | 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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Chrysler Pacifica Starter Part Number: 68348376AC
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- Other Name: Starter - Engine; Starter Motor; Starter Engine
- Replaces: 68348376AA, 68348376AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2017-2025 Chrysler Pacifica | AWD Launch Edition, Hybrid Limited, Hybrid Pinnacle, Hybrid Platinum, Hybrid Premium, Hybrid Premium S Appearance, Hybrid Road Tripper, Hybrid S Appearance, Hybrid Select, Hybrid Touring, Hybrid Touring L, Hybrid Touring Plus, L, Limited, LX, Pinnacle, Select, Touring, Touring L, Touring L Plus, Touring Plus | 3.6L V6, 6 Cyl 3.6 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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Chrysler Pacifica Starter Part Number: 4748046AC
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- Other Name: Starter - Engine; Starter Motor
- Replaces: 4748046AB, 4748046AA
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- 2005-2008 Chrysler Pacifica | Base, LX | 3.8L V6, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Chrysler Pacifica Starter Part Number: 4608800AE
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- Other Name: Starter - Engine; Starter Motor; Starter Motor Reman; Starters; Starter Engine
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2007-2008 Chrysler Pacifica | Base, LX, Limited, Touring | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Chrysler Pacifica Starter Part Number: 4748700AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Starter Motor; Starter Motor Reman; Starters
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | Base | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Chrysler Pacifica Starter Part Number: 4686045AD
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- Other Name: Starter - Engine; Starter Motor; Starter Motor Reman; Starters; Starter Engine
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Chrysler Pacifica | Base, Limited, Touring | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS

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Chrysler Pacifica Starter takes the electrical power from the battery and turns it into mechanical energy that cranks the engine to start the combustion process. As a solenoid in the unit's casing closes a circuit when the ignition key is turned to START, this allows current to flow through a heavy gauge cable. This energizes the internal field coils or permanent magnets and armature. The combination of electromagnetic force makes the armature spin, which in turn takes the shaft and Starter drive gear with it. The Starter's pinion gear engages with the ring gear on the flywheel or flexplate. An overrunning clutch allows the pinion to disengage after the engine fires, preventing damage. The rotating armature gets its power from brushes and a commutator while the drive assembly is present at the rear of the shaft. Some designs use a gearbox between the armature and drive to get torque multiplication without increasing the size of the motor. The controller is a relay and a neutral or clutch safety switch to prevent the Chrysler from starting in gear. The Starter is mounted close to the transmission bell housing in the Chrysler Pacifica engine bay. The Starter's normal operation on every Pacifica is dependent upon battery charge, providing engine cranking by its mechanism. As such, the Starter of the Chrysler Pacifica delivers battery power to the vehicle's propulsion system.

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4608800AE
Q:
How to Remove a Starter Motor from a 3.8L Engine on Chrysler Pacifica?
A:
Before handling the starter motor, stick a 8534-12 support tool or a similar one under the engine. Separate the negative end of the battery and unscrew the Battery Cable nut and the cable from the solenoid stud. Take out the wire from the connection to the starter solenoid. After that, disconnect the transmission to starter mounting bolt. Position a jack stand or the equivalent beneath the engine and transmission assemblies, then get rid of the two bolts that join the front transmission mount to the starter. Turn the starter assembly as you remove it from the transmission, taking care not to damage anything. Afterward, remove the dust shield from the starter motor.
Starter
4748046AC
Q:
How to Install a Starter Motor for a 3.8L Engine on Chrysler Pacifica?
A:
Before putting in the starter motor, make sure you put a piece of cardboard in front of the radiator core to prevent harming it. Tighten the starter to the lower crossmember and attach its solenoid connector. Put on the dust shield on the tip of the starter in the correct position. Put the three mounting bolts in place loosely and after that, tighten them all to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.). After that, attach the bracket for the oil cooler and use a wrench to tighten the bolt and afterward fit the fan module and clip it to the bracket. Link the fans with their electrical connectors and affix the wiring clips as well. Connect the battery connector to the starter, secure it and use an torque wrench and tighten it to 11.3 NM (100 in-lbs.). Plug and connect the electrical connector to the servo and then secure it. Once that's done, connect the vacuum line to the servo. Clamp the servo onto the crossmember, ensure it's tight and then link the negative Battery Cable.